Sheet Metal Union Member BIM/VDC Informational Meeting

Hey there! Join us in person for a laid-back session all about BIM (Building Information Modeling) and VDC (Virtual Design & Construction). This meeting is perfect for Sheet Metal Union members curious to learn more and get connected. Come hang out, ask questions, and get the lowdown on these exciting topics!

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Sheet Metal Union Members are invited to join us for a focused meeting on how technology can help improve accuracy, reduce rework, strengthen fabrication planning, and support faster field installation.

During this meeting, attendees will gain a better understanding of how BIM/VDC tools are transforming the sheet metal industry and how these technologies can improve the way we plan, coordinate, fabricate, and install projects.

Why Attend?

Attendees will learn how the BIM process works from initial setup through project closeout and how effective coordination can help identify and prevent costly field conflicts before they impact the job. The meeting will also cover how laser scanning and robotic total station layout tools improve field accuracy, verification, and quality control.

Participants will explore how fabrication databases connect digital models with shop standards and deliverables, creating a more efficient workflow between design, fabrication, and installation. The discussion will also highlight prefabrication opportunities that help meet tighter general contractor schedules, improve overall quality, and support faster installation in the field.

Meeting Topics

The meeting will focus on several key areas, including BIM and coordination, where members will learn how identifying conflicts earlier can improve project planning and reduce delays. Digital layout tools will be discussed to demonstrate how technology can improve field verification, accuracy, and quality control. Fabrication processes will be reviewed to show how model content can be connected to shop standards and production needs. Prefabrication strategies will also be explored, highlighting how they can support tighter schedules, increase productivity, and improve installation efficiency.

Who Should Attend?

This meeting is designed for sheet metal workers, apprentices, journeypersons, foremen, detailers, coordinators, shop personnel, and layout teams who want to better understand how technology can support their work and strengthen the future of the trade.

Attend. Ask questions. Learn the tools. Help shape the future of our trade.